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Samsung UA85BU8000WXXY User Manual

Samsung UA85BU8000WXXY
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Table of Contents

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Samsung UA85BU8000WXXY Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size85 inches
Display TechnologyLED
Smart TVYes
HDRYes
HDR FormatHDR10+
HDMI Ports3
USB Ports2
Audio Output20W
Picture EngineCrystal Processor 4K
Operating SystemTizen OS
BluetoothYes
WiFiYes
Refresh Rate60Hz
ProcessorCrystal Processor 4K
Number of Speakers2
Voice AssistantsBixby, Alexa, Google Assistant
Resolution3840 x 2160
Weight41.5 kg

Summary

Connections

Connection Guide

Details on connecting various external devices to the TV.

Connecting an Antenna (Aerial)

Connecting to the network

Establishing a wired network connection

Steps to connect the TV to a network using a LAN cable.

Establishing a wireless network connection

Instructions for connecting the TV to a wireless network.

Displaying your mobile device screen on the TV

Using Screen Sharing (Smart View)

How to share your mobile device's screen using the Smart View feature.

Using Apple AirPlay

Guide for using Apple AirPlay to display iPhone/iPad content on the TV.

Connection Cables for External Devices

Switching between external devices connected to the TV

Editing the name and icon of an external device

Customizing names and icons for connected external devices.

Using additional functions

PC on TV

Accessing and controlling your PC from the TV.

Universal Remote

Controlling external devices using the Samsung TV remote.

Connection Notes

Connection notes for HDMI

Important considerations when using HDMI cables for connection.

Remote Control and Peripherals

About the Samsung Smart Remote (QLED TV/The Frame (43-inch or larger models)/The Serif)

Detailed overview of the Samsung Smart Remote buttons and functions.

About the Samsung Smart Remote (The Frame (32LS03B model)/BU8 Series)

About the Samsung Smart Remote (The Sero)

Connecting the Samsung Smart Remote to the TV

Controlling External Devices with a Samsung Remote Control - Using the Universal Remote

Learn how to use Samsung Smart Remote

Guidance on how to effectively use the Samsung Smart Remote.

Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)

Controlling the TV with a Keyboard, Mouse or Gamepad

Connecting a USB keyboard, mouse or gamepad

Steps to connect USB keyboards, mice, or gamepads to the TV.

Connecting a Bluetooth keyboard, mouse or gamepad

Steps to connect Bluetooth keyboards, mice, or gamepads to the TV.

Entering Text using the On-Screen Virtual Keyboard

Smart Features

Using Smart Hub

Accessing apps, games, and content through Smart Hub.

Ambient Mode

Art

Using Art mode function to display image content like artworks or photos.

Media

Viewing TV programs and using apps from Smart Hub.

Menu

Managing external devices and configuring TV settings.

Resetting Smart Hub

Using Ambient Mode

Using Art Mode

About the Media Home Screen

APPS

Managing and installing applications on the TV.

About the Menu Home Screen

Samsung Account

Steps to manage your Samsung account, including sign-out and profile editing.

Settings

Network

Configuring and checking network connection settings.

Intelligent Mode

Optimizing viewing experience by analyzing surroundings and content.

Picture Mode

Selecting the picture mode for the best viewing experience.

Sound Mode

Selecting the preferred sound mode for content type or environment.

Game Mode

Subtitle

Turning the subtitle function on or off for TV broadcasts.

Sleep Timer

Setting the TV to automatically turn off after a specified period.

Picture Clarity

Power and Energy Saving

Reducing TV energy consumption through various settings.

Connected Devices

Selecting and managing external devices connected to the TV.

Multi View

Viewing multiple content items simultaneously on the TV screen.

Using a Samsung account

Managing your Samsung account

Steps to manage your Samsung account, including sign-out and profile editing.

Using PC on TV

Using Easy Connection to Screen

Guide for remotely connecting to a PC for TV usage.

Connecting a Remote PC

Using the Apps Service

App Search

Searching for and finding available applications on the TV.

Installing an app

Launching an app

Managing installed apps

Removing an app

Steps to uninstall applications from the TV.

Adding apps to the Home Screen

Customizing the Home Screen by adding favorite applications.

Automatically updating apps

Using the e-Manual

Using the Internet

Using SmartThings

Controlling the TV from the mobile app

Using the SmartThings app for TV remote control and function access.

Playing pictures/video/music

Using Multi View

Using Bixby

Using the Game Bar

Input Lag

Setting the input lag status for optimal gaming performance.

Game Picture Mode

Selecting the appropriate picture mode for different game genres.

Screen Ratio

Game Settings

Using FreeSync

Activating FreeSync for seamless gaming without interruption or delay.

Setting the Super Ultra Wide Game View

Troubleshooting of the game screen and audio problems

TV Viewing

Using the Guide

Viewing programming schedules and information for different TV channels.

Channel Filter

Schedule Manager

Managing scheduled recordings and viewings for TV programs.

Recording Programmes

Using the recording schedule management screen

Recordings

Viewing and managing recorded TV programs.

Schedule Recording

Scheduling future TV programs for recording.

Setting Up Schedule Viewing

Using Timeshift

Buttons and functions available while playing multimedia content

Using the Channel List

Terrestrial, Cable or Satellite

Selecting the broadcast signal source for channel reception.

Samsung TV Plus

Favourites

Displaying and managing a list of favorite TV channels.

Using the channel edit function

Using a Personal Favourites List

TV-Viewing Support Functions

Scanning for available channels

Steps for scanning and tuning available TV channels.

Using Programme Rating Lock

Tuning broadcast signals manually

Transferring channel list

Enabling/Disabling Edit Channel Numbers

Managing channel numbers, including enabling/disabling editing.

Changing teletext language

Picture and Sound

Using Intelligent Mode

Optimizing viewing experience by analyzing surroundings and content.

Adjusting the Picture Quality

Choosing a picture mode

Selecting the picture mode for the best viewing experience.

Configuring advanced picture settings

Reset Picture

Picture Support Functions

Changing the picture size settings

Adjusting the aspect ratio and size of the displayed picture.

Setting the Viewing Environment for External Devices

Playing games on an optimised screen

Optimizing the TV screen for better gaming performance.

Setting the Game Mode details

Using Input Signal Plus

Configuring a Sound Mode and Expert Settings

Choosing a sound mode

Selecting the preferred sound mode for content type or environment.

Dolby Atmos

Reset Sound

Resets all current sound settings to their default values.

Using the Sound Support Functions

Selecting speakers

Choosing which speakers the TV uses for audio output.

Listening to the TV through Bluetooth devices

Listening to the TV through a Samsung audio device that supports the Wi-Fi function

Setting up surround sound configurations with Samsung Wi-Fi audio devices.

System and Support

Using the Time Functions and the Timers

Setting the current time and using the timer function.

Adjusting the clock for DST and time zone

Changing the current time

Setting the clock manually

Using the sleep timer

Setting the TV to automatically turn off after a specified period.

Turning off the TV using the off timer

Setting the TV to automatically turn off at a specific time.

Using the Power and Energy Saving Functions

Reducing the energy consumption of the TV

Changing power preferences and using energy-saving options.

Auto Power Off

Updating the TV's Software

Updating through the network

Instructions for updating TV software via a network connection.

Updating through a USB device

Instructions for updating TV software using a USB drive.

Using the Parental Settings function

Programme Rating Lock

Controlling content access based on program ratings for children.

Apply Channel Lock

Locking specific channels to prevent children from watching adult content.

Audio and Video Functions for the Visually or Hearing Impaired

Running Accessibility Shortcuts

Quick access to accessibility functions like Voice Guide and Subtitle.

Enabling voice guides for the visually impaired

Activating spoken menu descriptions for visually impaired users.

Enlarge the screen

Setting the screen to black and white

Enlarging the font (for the visually impaired)

Adjusting the font size on the screen for better readability.

Learning about the remote control (for the visually impaired)

Learning the functions and locations of remote control buttons.

Watching TV broadcasts with subtitles

Subtitle

Turning the subtitle function on or off for TV broadcasts.

Selecting the broadcasting subtitle language

Choosing the default subtitle language for broadcasts.

Listening to the TV through Bluetooth devices (for the hearing impaired)

App for the Visually Impaired (SeeColors App)

An application to help color blind people experience richer TV color views.

Using Voice Assistants on the TV

Select the Voice Assistant

Choosing which Voice Assistant to use for TV control.

Using Other Functions

Changing the menu language

Changing the language displayed in the TV menus.

Selecting Usage or Retail Mode

Configuring the TV for retail or home usage modes.

Restoring the TV to the factory settings

HbbTV

Teletext Feature

Precautions and Notes

Before Using the Recording and Timeshift Functions

Crucial pre-use information for recording and Timeshift features.

Read Before Using Apps

Read Before Using the Internet Function

Read Before Playing Photo, Video or Music Files

Supported subtitles

Supported image formats and resolutions

Supported music formats and codecs

Details on supported music file formats and audio codecs.

Supported video codecs (QLED TV except for Q6*B Series/The Frame (43-inch or larger models)/The Serif/The Sero)

Supported video codecs (Q6*B Series)

Supported video codecs (The Frame (32LS03B model)/BU8 Series)

Other restrictions

Video decoders

Information on supported video decoder standards and levels.

Supported video codecs (QN7**B Series)

Supported video codecs (QN8**B Series or higher)

Other restrictions

Video decoders

Information on supported video decoder standards and levels.

Read After Installing the TV

Picture sizes and input signals

Compatibility of picture sizes with different input signal types.

Supported Resolutions for UHD Input Signals

Resolutions for Input Signals supported by 8K models (QN7**B Series or higher)

Supported Resolutions for FreeSync (VRR)

Read Before Connecting a Computer (Supported Resolutions)

Read Before Using Bluetooth Devices

Troubleshooting

Picture Issues

Solutions for common problems related to the TV picture.

The screen is flashing or has become dark

Troubleshooting steps for a flickering or dark TV screen.

The picture is not bright, or the picture colours do not look clear

The picture colours are black and white or do not look the way they should look

Resolving issues with picture colors appearing black and white or incorrect.

The TV automatically turns off by itself

Unable to power on

Steps to resolve issues when the TV fails to turn on.

Unable to find a Channel

Displayed video looks blurry

The picture is distorted.

Troubleshooting steps for picture distortions caused by video compression.

There is a dotted line on the edge of the screen.

The picture won’t display in full screen.

Adjusting picture size options to achieve full screen display.

Sound and Noise Issues

There is no sound or the sound is too low at maximum volume.

Troubleshooting steps for no or low sound issues.

HDMI (eARC) is connected, and there is no sound.

Steps to resolve no sound issues when using HDMI (eARC).

The speakers are making an odd sound.

The sound is interrupted.

Troubleshooting steps for intermittent sound issues.

The sound is not heard clearly.

Channel and Broadcast Issues

"Weak or No Signal" displayed in TV mode or cannot find channel.

Troubleshooting steps for signal or channel reception problems.

External Device Connectivity Issues

The "Mode Not Supported" message appears.

Resolving issues related to unsupported display modes or resolutions.

The video is OK but there is no audio.

Troubleshooting steps for video with no audio.

No screen appears when connecting the TV to an external device.

The PC screen does not appear or it flickers.

Troubleshooting steps for PC display issues like no image or flickering.

Network Issues

Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Issues

Anynet+ does not work. The connected device is not displayed.

Troubleshooting steps when Anynet+ is not functioning correctly.

I want to exit Anynet+. It is inconvenient to turn on other devices because the TV also turns on. It is inconvenient because the connected devices (e.g. set-top box) turn off together.

Remote Control Issues

The remote control does not work.

Steps to resolve when the remote control is unresponsive.

Recording Issues

The Timeshift or recording function cannot be used.

Troubleshooting steps when recording or Timeshift functions fail.

Apps

The app does not work properly. Its image quality is poor.

Resolving issues with app performance and image quality.

Media Files

Some files can't be played.

Troubleshooting playback issues with unsupported media files.

Voice Assistant Issues

The voice commands do not work well.

Troubleshooting steps when voice commands are not recognized.

Other issues

The TV is hot.

Troubleshooting steps for TV overheating issues.

The settings are lost after 5 minutes or every time the TV is turned off.

Resolving issues where TV settings reset unexpectedly.

The TV narrates the screen events in voice-over.

Diagnosing TV operational issues

Self Diagnosis

Using built-in diagnostic tools to identify TV issues.

Reset Smart Hub

Resetting Smart Hub settings to factory defaults.

Reset Picture

Reset Sound

Getting Support

Finding the contact information for service

Locating service contact details, model information, and software versions.

FAQ

The TV Screen does not Display Properly

Common questions and solutions for TV display problems.

The TV does not Turn On

The Picture is Distorted, or No Sound Comes Out of the Sound Bar

Network Access is not Available

There is No Sound or the Speakers are Making an Odd Sound

The Remote Control does not Work

Updating the Software

Accessibility Guidance

Menu Learning Screen

Feature to learn TV menu structure and features verbally.

Using the Remote control

Overview of how to use the remote control and its buttons.

Using the accessibility menu

Running the Accessibility Shortcuts menu

Quick access to accessibility functions like Voice Guide and Subtitle.

Enabling voice guides for the visually impaired

Activating spoken menu descriptions for visually impaired users.

Learning about the Accessibility menu functions

Using the TV with Voice Guide on

Using the guide

Using Schedule Viewing

Using the Channel List

Recording

Using Smart Hub

Smart Hub

Overview of Smart Hub features and services.

Search

Searching for channels, programs, movies, and apps on Smart Hub.

Launching the e-Manual

Using Bixby

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